MS SC539

Expresses support for strengthening Mississippi's partnership with Taiwan, including expansion of Taiwan's role on the global stage and efforts to preserve peace in the Taiwan Strait.

Supports establishment of a Mississippi Trade and Investment Office in Taiwan to enhance participation of small and medium-sized enterprises in trade and investment.

Calls for a U.S.-Taiwan tax agreement and opposes using UN Resolution 2758 to exclude Taiwan from international forums including the World Health Assembly, International Civil Aviation Organization, and UN climate negotiations.

Notes Mississippi exported over $200 million in goods to Taiwan in 2024 and has maintained a sister-state relationship with Taiwan since 1983.

Directs transmission of the resolution to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Houston, Texas.